FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. Groups generally meet on a monthly basis.

What You Should ExpectMeets monthly for 90 minute sessions, free of charge.Designed for loved ones (18 and over) of individuals living with mental illness.Facilitated by a trained team of family members of individuals living with mental illness.Confidential - share as much or as little personal information as you want.Does not recommend or endorse any medications or other medical therapies for your family member.Guided by the Principles of Support.Why You Should AttendReinforcement in an environment of sincere, uncritical acceptanceAt each meeting, you review the Group Guidelines and Principles of Support and update the group on the current events in your life, then spend the bulk of the meeting in group discussion, or 'group work'. The group addresses urgent issues of its members and participants share their learned experience, or 'group wisdom'. As a participant, your voice is heard, and you can contribute to a dynamic that encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community.

Tools for caring for yourself and for your loved oneThe support group can offer you practical advice on addressing issues related to mental illness and your loved one. It also gives you the appropriate space to have your personal needs met so that you can provide the best possible care for your family member. Taking time to voice your experiences and to hear from others may help you develop your inner reserves of strength. You may gain confidence in your ability to cope with your family member's mental illness as well as local knowledge on how to best access needed services for your family member.

NAMI CONNECTION RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP

NAMI Connection is a recovery support group program for adults living with mental illness. Your group will provide respect, understanding, encouragement and hope. This relaxed approach can support you as you share the challenges and success of coping with mental illness.

What Should You Expect?Meets weekly for 90 minutes free of charge.Designed for adults (18 and over) living with mental illness.Facilitated by a team of trained individuals who live in recovery from mental illness.Confidential - share as much or as little personal information as you want.Does not recommend or endorse any medications or other medical therapies.Guided by the Principles of SupportWhy Attend a NAMI Support Group?An environment of sincere, uncritical acceptance

Meetings begin with a review of group guidelines and the NAMI Connection Principles of Support. Following this introduction, anyone that wishes to, may share an update on current life success and/or challenges. The group works together to address the most pressing issues using a process called "group wisdom." Themes that naturally arise during the group also become a focus of group work. As a participant your voice is heard. You may contribute to the discussion empathetically, building a sense of community that is based on sincere, uncritical acceptance.

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Toledo, Ohio 43615
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